Cluster of Rhinovirus cases in Castle Peak Hospital
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One male patient and two female patients (aged 9 to 16) in a ward of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Centre located in Tuen Mun Hospital had presented with respiratory symptoms since December 11. Appropriate viral tests were arranged for the patients and their test results were positive for Rhinovirus. The patients concerned are being treated under isolation and are in stable condition.
Admission to the ward has been suspended and restricted visiting has been imposed. Infection control measures have already been stepped up according to established guidelines. All other patients in the ward are under close surveillance.
The cases have been reported to the Hospital Authority Head Office and the Centre for Health Protection for necessary follow-up.
Ends/Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Issued at HKT 19:00
Issued at HKT 19:00
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